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Composer Chris Florio uses Kickstarter to fund a year of new works

At New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall in Boston, Massachusetts

Charismatic and inspiring Canadian violinist Adrian Anantawan stars

Come to the library for a free hour of blissful, music! PAUL STEIN, a violinist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic for the last 30 years, will bring an all-new program to the Crowell Public Library on Monday, June 10, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

A program of stunning string and choral works by Eric Whitacre, Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Tarik O’Regan, Kenneth Lampl, and Susan Gardner.

Burnt Fuse has recently released modTronome Pro, Windows 8’s and Windows Phone 8's most advanced and reliable metronome featuring accents, sub-accents, silences and normal beats for mobile phones, tablets, notebooks and desktops.

On Sat. May 18, 2013, NYRO presents virtuoso Airi Yoshioka in the haunting Violin Concerto of Sibelius. Plus...the World Premiere of "Illuminatiions of the Night" by New York composer Peri Mauer, AND Debussy's evocative masterpiece "Three Nocturnes."

Romanian pianist Bogdan Ota signed with newly created artist management firm Bogdan Ota Management. The company, based in the United States, will be instrumental in managing and developing the artist’s presence in North America and beyond.

Violinist Elizabeth Woo to Premiere New Work by Albert Markov Based on Traditional Melodies From Gangwon Region of...

TWO OF OUR OWN STARS SHINE ON APRIL 14 Orchestra Toronto’s concert on Sunday, April 14, is a family affair, when it presents two of its own stars — violinist Grace Hong and violist Brenna Whyte — in a program titled Between Friends.

Soul stirring original piano music in store for the west coast

Melodia Women's Choir of NYC, conducted by Cynthia Powell, performs a 10th-anniversary concert, "A Breath of Spring," with world-premiere "From the Four Winds" for voices and four French horns and favorite works from Melodia's decade-long repertoire.

South-African born Marlene Verwey will be performing an evening of music for Flute, accompanied by a Salon ensemble consisting of Piano and String Quintet, in aid of Homes in Zimbabwe.

“Play Ball!” is the theme of SN’s concerts on Friday, Feb. 8 & Sunday, Feb. 10 in Boston & Wrentham, to celebrate spring training & the upcoming baseball season. Works by John Williams, Leonard Bernstein, & Neil Diamond will be performed.

Finalists Alex Conway, Min Kyung Kim, Alicia Mielke and Thomas James Wible will perform in the James Pappoutsakis flute competition January 27, 2013 at 7 PM, Boston Conservatory, Room T-401, 31 Hemenway St, Boston, MA. Free admission. 617 461 3994.

The Arnica Quartet, composed of four of Portland's leading chamber musicians, will play a matinee concert at the Liberty Theatre's McTavish Room in Astoria, Oregon on Sunday, February 3, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Friday, December 21st At Old South Church, Boston With Terrence O'Malley, Narrator

Holiday cheer will abound as traditional classic carols merge with original music in a new seasonal show with a twist, as shining stars MICHAEL CIUFO and ASHLEIGH SEMKIW share the iconic stage co-headlining a one-night-only performance.

On Sat. Dec. 15, 2012, the New York Repertory Orchestra presents virtuoso violist Cynthia Phelps in a one-night-only performance of William Walton's epic Viola Concerto. Also on the program is the NY Premiere of the Symphony No. 8 by Eduard Tubin.

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra's exciting 2013 season to be announced 9th October, 2012

Composer Chris Florio uses Kickstarter to fund a year of new works

This is a press communiqué about Margaret Maria's album release. "Enchanten Rising" is Margaret's second record and features her signature soundscapes coupled with soaring cello melodies, creating a unique blend of new-age orchestral music.

At New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall in Boston, Massachusetts

Charismatic and inspiring Canadian violinist Adrian Anantawan stars

Come to the library for a free hour of blissful, music! PAUL STEIN, a violinist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic for the last 30 years, will bring an all-new program to the Crowell Public Library on Monday, June 10, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

A program of stunning string and choral works by Eric Whitacre, Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Tarik O’Regan, Kenneth Lampl, and Susan Gardner.

TONY ROBERTS, LINUS ROACHE AND ELLIOTT FORREST BRING TO LIFE THE COMIC BOOK ADVENTURES OF THE GREEN LAMA

Burnt Fuse has recently released modTronome Pro, Windows 8’s and Windows Phone 8's most advanced and reliable metronome featuring accents, sub-accents, silences and normal beats for mobile phones, tablets, notebooks and desktops.

On Sat. May 18, 2013, NYRO presents virtuoso Airi Yoshioka in the haunting Violin Concerto of Sibelius. Plus...the World Premiere of "Illuminatiions of the Night" by New York composer Peri Mauer, AND Debussy's evocative masterpiece "Three Nocturnes."

Romanian pianist Bogdan Ota signed with newly created artist management firm Bogdan Ota Management. The company, based in the United States, will be instrumental in managing and developing the artist’s presence in North America and beyond.

Violinist Elizabeth Woo to Premiere New Work by Albert Markov Based on Traditional Melodies From Gangwon Region of...

SYMPHO PRESENTS TWO NEW CONCERT EXPERIENCES: ASCENDING DARKNESS: SOUNDTRACK TO A DREAM AND...

TWO OF OUR OWN STARS SHINE ON APRIL 14 Orchestra Toronto’s concert on Sunday, April 14, is a family affair, when it presents two of its own stars — violinist Grace Hong and violist Brenna Whyte — in a program titled Between Friends.

Soul stirring original piano music in store for the west coast

Melodia Women's Choir of NYC, conducted by Cynthia Powell, performs a 10th-anniversary concert, "A Breath of Spring," with world-premiere "From the Four Winds" for voices and four French horns and favorite works from Melodia's decade-long repertoire.

South-African born Marlene Verwey will be performing an evening of music for Flute, accompanied by a Salon ensemble consisting of Piano and String Quintet, in aid of Homes in Zimbabwe.

BIG ARTS will present the Storioni Piano Trio, Thursday, February 21, at 7:30 p.m. BIG ARTS is located at 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, Florida. Tickets: $42, loge: $47, student/child: free with adult.

Great Kat's "Extreme Guitar Shred" DVD Music Videos on iTunes: "War", "Zapateado", "Torture Chamber", "Live In Chicago" & MORE!

“Play Ball!” is the theme of SN’s concerts on Friday, Feb. 8 & Sunday, Feb. 10 in Boston & Wrentham, to celebrate spring training & the upcoming baseball season. Works by John Williams, Leonard Bernstein, & Neil Diamond will be performed.

The Great Kat ("Top 10 Fastest Shredders Of All Time"/Juilliard grad violin soloist) Shreds Vivaldi's masterpiece "The Four Seasons" on both Guitar And Violin on YouTube!

Finalists Alex Conway, Min Kyung Kim, Alicia Mielke and Thomas James Wible will perform in the James Pappoutsakis flute competition January 27, 2013 at 7 PM, Boston Conservatory, Room T-401, 31 Hemenway St, Boston, MA. Free admission. 617 461 3994.

The Arnica Quartet, composed of four of Portland's leading chamber musicians, will play a matinee concert at the Liberty Theatre's McTavish Room in Astoria, Oregon on Sunday, February 3, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Friday, December 21st At Old South Church, Boston With Terrence O'Malley, Narrator

Holiday cheer will abound as traditional classic carols merge with original music in a new seasonal show with a twist, as shining stars MICHAEL CIUFO and ASHLEIGH SEMKIW share the iconic stage co-headlining a one-night-only performance.

The Great Kat's ("Top 10 Fastest Shredders Of All Time") Blistering Shred Guitar is featured on "Beethoven Shreds" CD & "Beethoven's Guitar Shred" DVD!

On Sat. Dec. 15, 2012, the New York Repertory Orchestra presents virtuoso violist Cynthia Phelps in a one-night-only performance of William Walton's epic Viola Concerto. Also on the program is the NY Premiere of the Symphony No. 8 by Eduard Tubin.

Born and raised on a farm in the rugged North West province of South Africa, Marlene Verwey is no ordinary flutist. Her recent winning of the highly prestigious Sir James Galway Rising Star of 2012 highlights Verwey’s remarkable rise to success.

The Akron Symphony Orchestra continues its Classics concert series with Gloria! at 8 pm on Saturday, November 10 at EJ Thomas Hall. It will be conducted by Maestro Christopher Wilkins and Akron Symphony Chorus Director, Maria Sensi Sellner.

Melbourne Chamber Orchestra's exciting 2013 season to be announced 9th October, 2012

Jisun Oh, winner of The James Pappoutsakis 32nd Annual Flute Competition, with pianist Wenbin Jin, will perform at New England Conservatory, Sep 30 at 7:30 pm. Music of J. S. Bach, Mozart, Schubert, Fauré, Boehm, & Shulamit Ran. Free. 617-461-3994.

Jaipur: Maand music festival is inaugurated in Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur on August 26, 2012. The 3 days long Maand music festival is organised by joint efforts of Sangeet Nakat Academy of New Delhi and Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur.

Single tickets for 2012-13 operas in Hampton Roads and Richmond are on sale now.

Announcement of the new official representative in the UK for Alessandro Cipriano

The Linden String Quartet closes out its residency as Caramoor's 2011-2012 Ernst Steifel String Quartet-in-Residence with composer and singer-songwriter Gabriel Kahane on Friday, July 13 at 8:00pm in Caramoor's Spanish Courtyard

Composer Neal Facciuto has released a new album featuring Honolulu singing talents. The album, Flora, was released on June 5th and features classical orchestration behind more popular singing styles.

Featuring the American premiere of Rossini's Ciro in Babilonia in collaboration with the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro, Italy on July 7 at 8:30pm and Bellini's I Capuleti ed i Montecchi on July 21 at 8:30pm.

Caramoor International Music Festival presents Pablo Heras-Casado's debut as the Principal Conductor of the Orchestra of St. Luke's, joined by guest pianist Emauel Ax on Sunday, July 15th at 4:30pm in the Venetian Theater.

On Saturday, June 23, Caramoor opens its 67th annual Summer Music Festival. The program features violinist Gil Shaham, The Orchestra of St. Luke's, conducted by Roberto Abbado, and Bebe Neuwirth performing works by Mendelssohn.

On Saturday, June 23, Caramoor celebrates the Opening Night of its 67th annual Summer Music Festival and toasts Michael Barrett, Chief Executive and General Director. The gala includes a dinner, performances by Mendelssohn, and an After Dark party.

Watch DUELING KATS - GUITAR & VIOLIN! The Great Kat - Juilliard Graduate Violin Virtuoso/“Top 10 Fastest Shredders Of All Time” (Guitar One” Mag)

"The Great Kat. 'Beethoven Shreds'. This storm of speed on both guitar and violin strings plays bafflingly fast, Kat effectively crashes together two opposing musical forces." - Necromag

On Sat. May 19, NYRO presents "Death and Transfiguration" by Richard Strauss, Joaquin Turina's "Danzas Fantásticas" and Antonín Dvořák‎'s Violin Concerto with violinist Robin Zeh! An exciting program and a wonderful soloist close our season!

The Riverside Choral Society presents Of War and Reflection Fri., May 18, 8 pm St Mary the Virgin, Times Square (145 W. 46th St.) Tickets: $20 and $30

On June 14 pianist Hélène Grimaud will join cellist Jan Vogler for a unique recital at Bedford Post in Bedford, NY. Over 100 people are expected to attend this exclusive event, which will benefit wolf conservation. The event will be webcast live.

Watch The Great Kat's world famous guitar shredding: Paganini's "Caprice #24", Beethoven's "5th Symphony", "The Flight of the Bumble-Bee", Sarasate's "Zapateado" & more!

A glamorous musical journey featuring unique performances by local artists of different genres, ranging from classical, to jazz, rock, electronic and everything in between.

Over 100 musicians from Bedales performed at St Luke’s Church in Chelsea for the school’s annual end of term Spring Concert.

Learn from the Master -- See New YouTube Videos of The Great Kat’s Guitar Tablature & Music Notation-- World’s FASTEST Guitar Shredder!

The Wisconsin Philharmonic is proud to announce its 2012-2013 65th anniversary season, "The British Spirit."

John Morris Russell, one of North America's leading orchestra conductors and the current conductor of the celebrated Cincinnati Pops, will now also be the Musical Director and Principal Conductor of the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra.